Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Is the scope of your home design project beyond simply replacing countertops or flooring? It’s the responsibility of a Tiburon home architect to transform human needs and desires into visual concepts and habitable structures. When you hire an architectural designer, you are not only hiring someone for their architectural services, but also to manage and coordinate other parties involved in the project. As you search through Tiburon, CA interior architects and designers, keep in mind the following tips to help you choose the perfect one: More

The firm of Mahoney Architects & Interiors is an award-winning group of talented architects and interiors professionals designing buildings of significance as well as remodeling projects throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The firm is renowned for sustainable design.
We invite you to explore the projects shown here and on our website. You will see that our work is done with imagination, innovation, and attention to detail. We are committed to establishing long lasting relationships with our clients. Together make dreams come true with creativity and with cost conscious planning.
Colleen Mahoney is a co-author of Great Kitchens At Home with America's Top Chefs. Colleen is noted for her expertise in kitchen design. Our firm has been published in numerous magazines including Remodeling, Better Homes & Gardens, Residential Architect, Sunset books, The Practical Homeowner, Northern California Home & Garden, Professional Builder, and Commercial Renovation amongst others. Home and Garden Television has featured Mahoney Architect's projects in their Before and After program.
Mahoney Architect's distinguished work has been recognized with a history of awards which include the Bay Area Dream House sponsored by the SF Examiner and Channel 7 News, numerous National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI) as well as Renaissance Awards, and local historic preservation awards.

Projects ranging from Silicon Valley to Wine Country, from urban San Francisco to open country in Saratoga, bay side homes in Tiburon to the neighborhoods of Menlo Park and Atherton, working with the best builders in California, designing new homes and remodels, both outside and inside, we provide a seamless start to finish process. Creating buildings and spaces for living and working that are simple, efficient and unique to the owners and problems that need to be solved. The solution is the coming together of all these elements, which can be modern with elegant proportions or a transition between traditional and contemporary that benefits both.
Provided are full design services including extensive 3D modeling, planning and building department coordination, color, materials and lighting design, and construction supervision through project completion. Our process involves several builder pricing sessions until the design and cost are comfortable. Builders we work with are known by us to be reliable, proven and experienced in working with us, creating the details and familiar with the manufacturers and materials we utilize. Detailed time schedules are made to describe the project milestones so the process can be planned and controlled.
With over twenty years of experience, our design team works within a system that ensures that clients’ goals are achieved, control over budget is maintained and the project moves forward in a logical, consistent manner. The design, permit, bid and construction process may seem dizzying—our goal is to create a manageable process with gratifying end results. Our knowledge of colors, materials, plumbing fixtures, hardware, doors and windows, appliances, lighting fixtures, give owners total control over the end result. Recommended is everything needed to move into the finished product.

Polsky Perlstein Architects is a Marin County- based architectural office. In partnership with our clients, we've created hundreds of thoughtfully designed projects throughout Northern California.
We like to think of our completed work as being designed to fit the homeowners' lifestyles 'like a glove'. All designs begin as a carefully considered response to the site, neighborhood context and the Owner's wishes. Our portfolio therefore displays a diverse range of creative solutions, reflecting the unique resolution of each project's constraints and opportunities.
Our process makes extensive use of perspective drawings (both computer generated and hand rendered) that promote a clear understanding of the ramifications of design decisions made through the course of the project. This enables us to smoothly progress through the various phases of design, approvals, documentation, permitting and construction, and to build cost effectively.
Collaborative clients and a dedicated staff have made Polsky Perlstein Architects a vibrant and creative practice for over 30 years. We're motivated by our clients and look forward to culturing a close working relationship throughout every project.

Eric Layton of Patriarch Architecture specializes in contemporary residential design for a range of home styles. Eric has a reputation for designing homes of quality, warmth, and grace with unique character that blend into the fabric of a community. With an underlying passion for sustainable architecture, his business centers on maintaining the highest level of client satisfaction for home designs of a rich aesthetic on a foundation of broad experience and integrity.
Specialties:
Progressive yet timeless design styles for unique custom homes
•Efficient design/entitlement cycle for projects built within budget and schedule
•Architectural, Engineering, Master Planning and Landscape design
•New Construction, Re-development, and Urban Infill projects
•Efficient navigation of Planning and Building approvals
•Floor plan “interventions” – Solving circulation, flow and adjacency conflicts
•Sustainable Design, long life-cycle buildings and Zero Net Energy buildings
•Sourcing of natural local and renewable materials for healthy buildings
•Fast-tracked projects with significant time constraints
•Budget analysis at all phases of a project
•Project Management of Client-owned developments
•Identification and evaluation of residential investment opportunities

Schneider Design Associates’ design sense stems from the belief that good architecture enriches its inhabitant’s lives on a daily basis. By listening carefully to our clients needs and desires we design homes in harmony with their lifestyle and taste.
SDA fosters a collaborative design process that brings together the client’s vision and the influences of the specific building site to create a unique environment carefully tailored to its occupants and surroundings.High-end residential architecture firm striving to connect homeowners with spaces that perfectly fit their lifestyles and aesthetic.

Joseph Farrell says, “While the core of my practice has always been residential projects, my body of work ranges from high-end custom homes to renovations of existing homes. The focus of my designs is the creation of artful homes that are energy-efficient and environmentally sensitive. All designs strive to integrate natural light, air, views, landscape, and community.
Joseph Farrell’s goals have always been to create homes that improve the lives of their occupants and to do so in an environmentally conscious way. Much attention lately has been placed upon sustainable and efficient design, giving birth to the “Green” movement. Green buildings are designed, constructed and maintained to enhance the lives of their occupants and to create healthy communities by being energy efficient, improving indoor air quality and conserving natural resources
Cost Details:
Typical construction costs for residential projects in the greater SF Bay Area ranges from $300-$600/sq. ft. For high-end custom construction, the costs can be $800+/sq. ft. Typical Architectural Fees can be 3%-6% of construction costs. Architectural fees can vary: $4,000-$8,000 for small addition/remodel projects, $8,000-$18,000 for medium addition/remodel projects and $18,000-$40,000 for major addition/remodel/new home projects.

Thompson Studio Architects is a partnership led by Doug and David Thompson. The partners work closely with our clients, nurturing the design process, exploring new ways to live and work, while creating wonderful buildings. The studio environment establishes a collaborative approach to design.
The exploration of a project becomes a journey of discovery from which the building evolves as an expression of the efforts and insights of the whole project team. Thompson Studio Architects believes that buildings are living entities where daily activity, seasonal change and evolving uses coexist with the values and ideas held by the owner.
Thompson Studio Architects aspires to build a legacy of exemplary projects and happy clients.
The studio began in 1987 as an outlet for the creative talents of the partners, brothers Doug and David Thompson. Working together for more than twenty years, the brothers provided design services ranging from custom home design and residential renovations to commercial projects, while holding positions with two of San Francisco’s more prestigious architecture firms. Doug spent 9 years as a project architect and designer with William Turnbull Associates, and David was an associate and principal designer with House + House Architects for over 11 years.
In 1994 the studio evolved into a full-service business with a more recent focus on custom residential, mixed-use commercial and commercial roll-out. Recently relocating the office from San Francisco to Mill Valley, the firm provides a full range of services that include:
•Master planning
•Feasibility studies
•Site analysis
•Building design and traditional full architectural services
•Interior design, custom furniture and lighting design
•Specialty material and equipment procurement
•Cost analysis and value engineering
•Close-of-construction coordination
•Post construction and user services
Thompson Studio Architects finds that successful projects are derived from high quality design, as well as from the knowledge and integration of the technical aspects of the project. Attending to these aspects of the work begins with the programming stage and is carried through to every detail. From inception, detailed, hands-on management determines the success of the project. Doug and David take on active management roles, utilizing highly refined management and quality control techniques.

DNM Architecture is a San Francisco Bay Area based firm with a passion for creating captivating spaces for the home as well as the community.
Residential work is the foundation of our practice. Whether a green, modern home in Sonoma, a hillside house in Hillsborough, a cutting edge expansion near Noe Valley or a traditional remodel in Presidio Heights, your home is uniquely about YOU, your dreams and your requirements. Our residential portfolio speaks to our capability and experience, but also our firm's versatility and a capacity to listen and craft unique solutions.
We pride ourselves on being “advocates for the building.” We begin each project by listening (and we never stop). We analyze the site, functional requirements, budget and other opportunities and constraints. We add our own experience and expertise, balancing the competing challenges of function, style, budget, codes, context, schedule, energy efficiency, and dozens of other considerations. We work collaboratively with the entire project team to insure that the project meets our clients’ immediate and long-term goals.
With experience in LEED and Green Point Rated projects, DNM Architecture strongly advocates green, sustainable, energy-efficient building materials and methods as a means of reducing the energy required to construct and operate buildings.
Education & Public Work represents a special opportunity to give back to our community. We work with your administration to find practical, timely architectural solutions that advance your mission and accommodate growth.
Our design services do not stop at the building skin. We design custom Furniture and Details that meet your needs and budget. These pieces of furniture - some custom made for clients and some prototypes - illustrate our attention to detail and ability to be creative problem solvers at any scale.

BEST OF HOUZZ (DESIGN): 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012
BEST OF HOUZZ (CUSTOMER SERVICE): 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
HOUZZ ADVICE GURU: 2016
Studio S Squared Architecture, Inc. was founded on the belief that client involvement and a positive relationship is the key to a successful project, and we are committed to a team-oriented approach in all phases of the design process. We believe in the value of collaboration within our office, with our consultant team, the building contractor, and most importantly, the owner.
When you hire Studio S Squared Architecture, you partner with a diverse, dynamic team of experts who will help guide you through the entire design process, from initial concepts all the way through construction. We consistently deliver outstanding design that makes the most of your budget—along with innovative ideas that transform your space into something truly extraordinary.
Our practical experience covers the entire spectrum of projects, from small commercial remodels to large corporate campuses, from single family homes to multi-family buildings. The common thread in our buildings is the belief that architecture can lift the spirit, and that great relationships make great architecture possible.
Great architecture involves more than using our expertise to navigate governmental approvals. Clients look to us to take their ideas and elevate them into a design uniquely tailored to their site, personal, and business needs. We work to keep the lines of communication with clients open at all times to ensure that we can craft a building that is uniquely their own. With this approach, it is possible to create a “signature” building with every project we design.
Our firm is committed to conservation and wise use of our natural resources, and minimizing our projects' impact on both the built and unbuilt environment. We also commit a percentage of our billable hours every year to local non-profits in need of pro bono or reduced-cost architectural services.

Founded in 2009, the Bay Area office specializes in the design of signature residential and commercial properties. The office is known for its ability to transform unwelcoming spaces into spaces that are as stylish and comfortable as they are functional, exhibiting inventive solutions to everyday challenges.
Christie Tyreus has over fifteen years of experience renovating challenging residential and commercial properties in California. Prior to starting her own practice, she worked for several award-winning architecture firms, including STUDIOS Architecture in San Francisco as well as Onion Flats in Philadelphia. Her design background is both traditional and avant-garde influenced, having received a Master’s degree in Architecture from UCLA and a B.S. in Architecture from The University of Virginia. She taught undergraduate architecture studios for several years and lectured on sustainable design and construction methodologies at Philadelphia University, and has published work in Architectural Record.

For every location, the design of each home originates from the vision of the client and the spirit of the surrounding site. Founded in 1990 by the principals, Ron Sutton AIA and Elizabeth Suzuki AIA, their recruiting efforts have resulted in a team of professionals who possess a wide range of experience consistent with our emphasis on quality design and service to our clients.
A close client alliance coupled with the diverse experience of our associates,leads to an intense exchange of ideas, a meticulous search for solutions and an innovative approach to your design. Environmentally sound design has long been a hallmark of the firm, commencing with thoughtful site planning for natural ventilation and passive solar gain, and further incorporating sustainable features throughout the project.
This experience enables the firm to provide clients with the very best in design and project management in many areas of the country – or world! Locally, the firm has designed custom residences in Marin, Napa, and Mendocino, as well as Atherton and Carmel Valley. We have also completed projects on the islands of Kauai and Hawaii, and designed homes in Jackson, Wyoming and Incline Village.

Founded in San Francisco in 1980, Gast Architects is an eleven-person, service-oriented practice specializing in custom residential homes and renovations, including the sensitive restoration and adaptation of historic properties. We offer comprehensive architectural services and take pride in the close working relationships we develop with our clients in responding to their needs, taste, budget and schedule, while maintaining architectural design excellence. Sustainable design strategies are integral to the design process, and several on our team are experienced LEED Accredited Professionals.
Our projects range in scope from the development of large country properties and inner city whole house renovations to more modest additions to and remodeling of existing housing in styles from warm modern to traditional. We enjoy, and are skilled at, working with the limitations and opportunities inherent in renovating or adding to existing structures. Our long-term relationships with contractors, craftspeople and consultants strengthen the trust and effective team communication necessary for producing superior results.
Having practiced in the Bay Area for decades, we know the local Planning and Building agencies and their staffs, and how to work with them to secure code interpretations before problems arise. We have represented our clients successfully before commissions, design review panels and appeal boards, and are adept at moving our projects through the approvals maze.

BEST OF HOUZZ (DESIGN): 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012 ; BEST OF HOUZZ (CUSTOMER SERVICE): 2016, 2013, Mark English AIA and his associates at Mark English Architects create beautiful modern architecture, exploring the power of simple forms and spaces specific to place and client desire. Since its founding in 1992, Mark English Architects has designed numerous residential and entertainment spaces throughout California, Arizona, Texas and Mexico. The firm has a special interest in building in the urban context, with half of its work occurring in San Francisco.
Mark English Architects offers a designer's sense of artistry, supported by practical knowledge gained from years of direct hands-on building experience, having worked as a carpenter on his first realized home design at the age of 19. The team respectfully guides the the client towards what could, and what should, happen in a space - so that they are both pleased and surprised by the results.
Mark's undergraduate experience at CalPoly included rigorous training in engineering and structural principles. Incorporating practical experience with structural systems and energy efficiency to the project early helps to streamline the design process.
Graduate studies at the Syracuse University campus in Florence, Italy complemented Mark's interests in Greco-roman and Mesoamerican archaeology and history.
As a licensed architect, Mark has supported the profession and his colleagues through participation in the AIA, the local AIA's Small Business Committee, and by coaching his peers on new strategies for social media and marketing. He has also promoted principles of energy-efficient design as it relates to compliance with California's Title 24 energy code, as well as green building programs such as Green-point Rating and the California Solar Initiative.
Mark English is the editor of two respected online magazines, and along with co-editor and writer Rebecca Firestone, has created a forum for the local architectural community with"The Architects' Take". A second online publication, "Green Compliance Plus" features residential energy compliance case studies and advice, as well as serving as a portal for Residential Title-24 services tailored for architects as clients.
The Firm is located in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood.

Gregory Dedona founded his architectural practice in Mill Valley, CA in 1989 after receiving his California licensure. For over 25 years Greg has been serving local residents and project developers primarily in Marin County, as well as in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and Los Angeles. Greg's commitment to quality design and high level of thorough service has earned him a loyal client base and a reputation for ability and integrity. Throughout the years he has built a team of experienced professionals including civil and geotechnical engineers, land surveyors, and building contractors.
Greg is a graduate of U.C. Berkeley, School of Environmental Design - B.A. in Architecture. His design philosophy is rooted in a contextual approach to each project site by shaping the client's program needs and fitting the design solution to the surroundings. He is not characterized by any one style, being adaptable to stylistic genres of traditional eras or modern contemporary influences. His abilities range beyond design, incorporating problem solving, management, and leadership skills into every project. Greg is committed to implementing Sustainable Design and Green Building practices in all his work.
Greg served for over 12 years on the Tam Design Review Board, a planning review body appointed by the Board of Supervisors for the unincorporated Mill Valley areas of Marin County, and was Chair for nearly half his term. He is active volunteering in his community as a scout leader, and as a youth sports coach with his son and daughter.
Gregory Dedona offers a wide range of architectural design and consultation services. Whether your needs are for full service project design and documentation from concept to completed construction, or simple construction feasibility consultation, Greg can provide all levels of service to suit your needs.

Award-winning multi-disciplinary firm committed to modern architectural and interior design with an emphasis on innovative problem-solving, sustainability, formal clarity, excellent craftsmanship and connections to daylight and nature. We offer complete project services from conception through construction administration.

Featured Reviews for Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Worthington Architecture + Design

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Sep 26, 2014

“Kurt planned and managed improvements to a condo (2004-2005) that I purchased in Oakland upon first moving to the Bay area. Several years later I happily hired him again to manage the renovation of my new husband's Stanford home (2008). This involved significant changes to a five-bedroom home, ranging from changing the footprint to adding clerestory windows and a new roof line to planning all new bathrooms, kitchen, seismic upgrades, etc. Essentially the house was gutted. Kurt was creative, thoughtful, and professional. Thanks to his work and a fine contractor, my husband and I continue to enjoy our home every day. And visitors, even those who have been here repeatedly, comment on the wonderful ambiance.”

Heather Wright Architects

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Aug 12, 2018

“We lost our home in the Tubbs fire in October 2017. Heather has been such an incredible member of our re-build team. We would be lost without her. She has been such a wealth of knowledge, really dependable and a great team player. It's so nice to have such a strong resource on your side during an emotional rebuild. It's so critical for an architect to not only be knowledgeable about local building codes, but to also have a strong network of subs and referrals. We appreciate her work, partnership and friendship through this process. We can't recommend her highly enough.”

Holder Design Associates

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Jun 2, 2016

“Kenneth is a tremendously talented Architect. His professionalism, his commitment to superior quality design and his impeccable attention to detail is a true pleasure to experience through the entire course of a project. I've had the great pleasure of working with Kenneth for many years and on a wide range of aesthetically diverse projects and he will always be my first choice when in need of the services that he and his firm provides.”

Steve Swearengen, AIA | the Architects office

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Jul 8, 2014

“Steve Swearengen is one of the best architects I know. As a business consultant I've worked with hundreds of architects over the years. Steve understands construction better than most and certainly works well with contractors and clients to get their dreams fulfilled. I highly recommend him to any contractor or homeowner who wants it a great job at a reasonable price.”

Carl C. Oldenburg AIA

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Aug 29, 2016

“When we first interviewed Carl many years ago, we were impressed by his ability to problem solve with the client and create positive outcomes with problematic situations. That impression proved true in all our projects with Carl.
Our first project involved turning a ranch style home into a two story home. The staircase was a bit tricky but Carl created a gorgeous staircase that really pulled the whole project together.
Our second project was a rescue on Carl's part. We were planning major winterization and expansion of a summer home including all new kitchen and garage with apartment. Unfortunately, our relationship with the architect in that state deteriorated to an unacceptable level. After calling Carl for advice on dealing with this, we fired the other architect and hired Carl. He worked with the plans we had and immediately identified the problems and suggested the perfect solutions. He attended a Coastal Area Committee meeting to make sure the plans and project were accepted.
Our third project was just this past year on the second home. It entailed creating a new master bath and walk-in closet by moving rooms and the addition of a screened porch. Once again, Carl listened to what we were trying to accomplish and came up with exactly what we wanted.
Another aspect to Carl's work is that the builders we have used have been impressed with his plans.”

Gregory Dedona Architect

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Jul 9, 2013

“I'm the fortunate and proud owner of two custom homes designed by Greg Dedona. One is in Mill Valley, Marin County (1999, remodel) and the other is in McCloud, Siskiyou County (2013, tear-down & full new construction). Greg's mastery of design, materials and construction processes created two stunning, unique, buildable and affordable homes. His ability to creatively merge our family's goals, an evolving joint vision for the houses and the highly different administrative processes of these two sharply contrasting counties was something I believe very few (if any?) other architects could achieve.
From the most rural contractor resources in Siskiyou to the most experienced and high-end pros in Marin, Greg demonstrated an ability to forge loose and disparate bands of craftsmen into a cohesive team. His leadership was respected by everyone involved - strikingly unusual in the often friction-plagued relationships one sees between contractor and architect.
Perhaps most creatively, our McCloud home made great use of owner-procured (i.e., salvaged!) locally sourced, recycled materials - 100 yr old wood floors, replaned structural doug fir for interior trim, refurbished Wedgewood kitchen stoves etc.. In sharp contrast to architects who often scorn such an approach, Greg was invaluable in his advice on how to make these materials work. He helped us source many of them through his amazing array of contacts not just in Marin, but from Tahoe to the Oregon border.
Highest possible rating...were there a lifetime achievement award for residential architecture in California, Greg Dedona has already earned it.”

THREE SIXTY ONE Architecture, AIA

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Sep 3, 2013

“Dan Weaver of 361 Architecture designed an amazing remodel for our mid-century style Mill Valley home. We thoroughly enjoyed working with Dan on the project. He was extremely sensitive to our needs and concerns regarding design, process, timing and budget. He worked seamlessly with our contractor. The entire process went very smoothly and we were absolutely thrilled with the results. – Renée Harcourt”

Andrew Mann Architecture

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Nov 13, 2015

“Andrew Mann Architecture is one of those strong firms that makes the collaborative process a fun and easy one. They are quick to provide solutions when problems arise, and communicate clearly with all members of the team including the client. Not only have our clients been very happy with AMA’s thoughtful designs, but they also enjoyed their highly tuned process. We look forward to working with Andrew and his team again and again.”

Urrutia Design

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Nov 30, 2016

“We worked with Urrutia Design on a complete home renovation. Jason and Martha listened to our ideas and translated them into their design aesthetic. Their cohesive design runs throughout the entire house and they incorporated our family's specific needs resulting in a more usable, beautiful space. We are thrilled with our new home!”

Holscher Architecture

Tiburon, CA Architects and Building Designers

Feb 15, 2018

“Holscher Architecture, which consists of Phoebe Holscher, David Holscher and their team were fantastic and effective to work with on our major 2-condo to single-family home conversion and renovation in 2014-2015 here in Tiburon, CA. Phoebe and David are both lovely people to begin with- and we left our project feeling the same way. They listened and responded diplomatically and diligently to our needs and requests and creatively came up with a spectacular plan. They were experts in navigating the challenging building and permit processes within our community. Their collaborative and positive relationship with the contractor that we selected was also significant in the success of our project and our overall experience. We absolutely love our home. We highly recommend Holscher Architecture.”

How do I find the best Tiburon architect for my home design project?

It is best to hire a home architect who will be involved in all phases of the design process, from the initial concept to the completed construction. The architect is often the first person you will hire for your project. If necessary, they might also help you select and hire California subcontractors, which can include the builders, engineers and landscaper. Interior architects are also involved in negotiating contracts for all involved participants. It is for these reasons that it is extremely important for you to have a good relationship with the Tiburon residential architect you hire. He or she can be the tie-breaking vote between you and the general contractor and can be your biggest advocate during the construction process. Different architecture firms in Tiburon, CA provide different services, so the scope of the work can span from pre-design environmental impact studies to selecting furniture and finishes, depending on what your specific needs are.

What sort of process can I expect from a residential architect?

As far as the process goes, the architecture firm or individual that you choose will start with concept drawings and finish with construction drawings and documents. Some firms even design with 3D renderings and videos, but that should not be assumed. There should be plenty of meetings between you and your building designer until you have agreed upon a design that you are completely happy with. Always keep in mind that the designer will have building codes to follow, and likely pre-existing design limitations when dealing with a remodel, so while they might not be able to execute your exact ideas they always have your safety and aesthetics in mind. One of the most important duties of a residential architect is to serve as managers and supervise most aspects of construction, as well as facilitate communication between all other contractors, so you can expect them to be present throughout the entire building process to ensure everything is executed as planned.

It is very important to hire the right professional for the job. Remember that the most well-known or established designer might not provide the best architectural services for your needs. It all comes down to the individual project. Research and ask people whose work you like for recommendations. It's important to have somewhat of an idea of the style of house architecture that you prefer, as well as the amount you would like to spend. Residential architects in Tiburon, CA are natural problem solvers. They will assess the entire situation and help you to solve your problems too. Don't settle for a single company too early. Call and interview a few. Make sure that you feel like your personalities will mesh well and that you like their professional perspective.

Questions to ask prospective Tiburon interior architects:

What is your fee structure?

What does the cost include?

Do you have professional liability insurance?

Can you handle my special requests (ADA, LEED etc.)?

What types of renderings (3D, video, illustrative) will you produce?

What is your experience with similar projects?

When do you expect to start and be finished with the project?

What do your services include? (It's best that the services are until construction is completed.)

What happens when the cost exceeds the budget?

Can you provide me with references?

Would you say your work has a defining style? (This is important in case the architect's personal style will interfere with your vision.)

Will you help with hiring a general contractor and subcontractors?

What do you estimate the cost will be?

What will I need to provide?

Are there any complications you foresee with this project?

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